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Watch the Trailer for Well Go USA’s post-pandemic Swedish actioner ‘Last Man Down’ from Fansu Njie

Last Man Down | Blu-ray (Well Go USA)

On October 19, 2021, Well Go USA is releasing the Blu-ray for Last Man Down, a Swedish actioner from writer/director Fansu Njie. Read the official details: After civilization succumbs to a deadly pandemic and his wife is murdered, John Wood – a special forces soldier – abandons his duty and becomes a hermit in the Nordic wilderness. Years later, a wounded woman appears on his doorstep. Maria Johnson is an … Continue reading

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Practical Tips To Make Savings On Gas Bills

An energy-efficient home or organisation uses its business gas more productively. It can be a good way to save money and the lower consumption of natural resources is better for society in general. Do you want to save money on your gas bills but don’t know where to start? Here we provide you some tips that you can use to lower your monthly gas consumption.  Installing A Smart Meter A … Continue reading

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Chinese Boxer | Blu-ray (88 Films)

RELEASE DATE: November 9, 2021 On November 9, 2021, 88 Films is taking its first venture into Region A with the Blu-ray for The Chinese Boxer (aka Hamme of God), a 1970 martial arts film directed by and starring Jimmy Wang Yu (The One-Armed Swordsman) with Lo Lieh (Black Belt Karate) co-starring. Read the official details below: From the golden age of kung fu movies, the legendary Shaw Brothers bring you an … Continue reading

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Sonny Chiba: January 22, 1939 – August 19, 2021

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What Defines Book-to-Film Adaptations’ Success or Failure?

The cinematic adaptation of Suzanne Collins’ “The Hunger Games” topped the box office when it debuted in the spring of 2012, grossing more than $155 million in its first three days in cinemas. With novels, how the reader envisions events is totally reliant on the writer’s descriptive abilities. As a result, when descriptions are adapted from the novel to the big screen, the way these descriptions are converted into real … Continue reading

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Fatal Raid | Blu-ray (Well Go USA)

"The Fatal Raid" Theatrical Poster

RELEASE DATE: August 24, 2021 On August 24th, Well Go USA is releasing the Blu-ray & DVD for Jacky Lee’s The Fatal Raid (aka Special Female Force 2: The Fatal Raid), the sequel to the 2016 flick, Special Female Force (read our review), which itself was a remake of the Jackie Chan-produced 1986 Golden Harvest classic, The Inspector Wears Skirts. In The Fatal Raid (read our review), two elite police teams head up a secret operation following … Continue reading

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Sword of Desperation | Blu-ray (Animeigo)

Sword of Desperation | Blu-ray (Animeigo)

RELEASE DATE: December 14, 2021 On December 14, 2021, Animeigo is releasing the Blu-ray for Sword of Desperation, a 2010 samurai actioner directed by Hideyuki Hirayama (School Ghost Stories) and written by Shuhei Fujisawa, author of the Oscar-nominated The Twilight Samurai. In order to save his fief, an expert swordsman publicly assassinates his lord’s favorite concubine. Instead of being beheaded, he is sentenced to solitary confinement for one year, then ordered … Continue reading

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Top 3 Iconic Roulette Scenes on the Silver Screen

If you’re in the mood for excitement, glamour, and fun, check out the top 3 movies that feature the iconic game of roulette! Read on to find out more! Continue reading

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X-Cross | Blu-ray (Tokyo Shock)

X-Cross | Blu-ray (Tokyo Shock)

RELEASE DATE: September 28, 2021 On September 28, 2021, Media Blasters is releasing a New Blu-ray (4K remastered) for X-Cross (aka XX), from Battle Royale 2 and Yo Yo Girl Cop director Fukasaku Kenta. Based on the novel by Joko Noboyuki, this over-the-top slasher stars Matsushita Nao (Sand’s Chronicle), pop idol Suzuki Ami (Ouran High School Host Club) and Ikeuchi Hiroyuki (Space Travelers). Shiyori is a young lady trying to mend … Continue reading

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Who is a better gambler in the casino: a man or a woman?

All people by nature crave for a thrill, and many people cannot even stop their gambling at the right time. Looking deeper, we can find out that men are more frequent visitors to gambling establishments. According to statistics, it is true that there are more males registered on betting sites, but this does not mean that women do not play roulette or spin the reels in slots, and there are … Continue reading

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Black Belt | Blu-ray (Media Blasters)

RELEASE DATE: September 28, 2021 On September 28, 2021, Media Blasters is releasing the Blu-ray for Shunichi Nagasaki’s Black Belt (aka Kuro-Obi). This 2007 Japanese martial arts film (read our review) stars Akihito Yagi (High-Kick Girl!), Tatsuya Naka (Karate Girl) and Yuji Suzuki (Godzilla: Final Wars). For the first time, it will be presented from a new 4K scan. If you ever decide to check this movie out, try not to … Continue reading

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3 Best CBD Cookies Recipes You’ll Love

The benefits of edibles are almost the same as with any other CBD product, except for one obvious difference – they taste good! All kinds of snacks, treats, candies, and cookies infused with cannabidiol enable you to harness this all-natural plant-based remedy.  Suppose you’re not a fan of commercial hemp products claiming a certain CBD amount in them. In that case, you’ll be happy to know that homemade CBD treats … Continue reading

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Bao Tran’s ‘The Paper Tigers’ is now on Netflix

The Paper Tigers | Blu-ray (Well Go USA)

The Paper Tigers (read our review), an independent kung fu/comedy from writer/director Tran Quoc Bao (The Challenger), featuring fight choreography by Ken Quitugua (Unlucky Stars), is now streaming on Netflix! Our very own Paul Bramhall says: “The Paper Tigers is a resounding success in proving that a small budget is no obstacle when you have the right talent both in front and behind the camera. With his first full length feature … Continue reading

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How Does Full Spectrum CBD Aid Your Health?

Naturally, everyone wants to enjoy good health for as long as possible, and there are various ways in which we try to achieve this. There are lots of things that can have an impact on your health, and this includes your lifestyle and habits. Things such as your ability to get proper sleep, your mental wellbeing, and your ability to relax can all have an effect on your physical health, … Continue reading

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Here’s what’s streaming on Hi-YAH! for the month of August

Hi-YAH!, Well Go USA’s very own Asian/martial arts streaming channel has just announced their New Release line up for the month of August, which includes a New film added to Hi-YAH! every Friday! Read on for the full list! August 6 | Crazy Fist (Hi-YAH! Original) – After an opponent dies mid-match, a prominent MMA champion swore never to fight again, instead retiring to run his family’s international business. However, when … Continue reading

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